EVENTS ROUND-UP
A Camera in Lockdown
An exhibition of work by QQI Level 5 and 6 students at the Ballagh Centre has opened in the centre in Rossinver, Co. Leitrim.
The class was led by-Strandhill-based photographer Peter Wilcock.
The exhibit will run until August 28 (10am until 5pm). Admission is free.
Hazelwood Heritage Walk
Today, Thursday, there will be a Heritage Walk at Hazelwood with the Hazelwood Heritage Society and Coillte Nature.
They expect this to be a relaxed and interactive event, please wear hiking boots or wellies and bring appropriate outdoor clothing.
The walk starts at 2.30pm. This is a free event.
Pink Friday at The Swagman
Tomorrow, Friday, the Pink Friday meetup will take place at The Swagman hosted by Outwest.
The OutWest Sligo sub-committee are facilitating this social meet up on the third Friday of each month from 8pm to 11pm.
Join them outside in The Swagman Bar in Sligo for some funky chips or a drink.
Dominican chanting workshop
This Sunday, August 21, come learn to sing medieval Dominican chant at Sligo Abbey.
In this workshop, participants will learn how to sing a selection of chants that would have been sung in Sligo Abbey in the middle ages. At the end of the workshop, they will have the opportunity to sing these chants in their original setting of the abbey.
The workshop will take place from 2pm to 4pm.
Tidy Towns event at Green Fort
This Saturday, August 20, Jonathan Cassidy will lead a group of artists of all abilities as they endeavour to capture a scene of their choice from the stunning selection of views afforded by Sligo’s impressive Green Fort in Sligo town.
Due to the sensitive nature of this site, numbers will be limited and therefore participants must book in advance through the Eventbrite website for this Sligo Tidy Towns event. This event will take place from 10am to 12pm.
Guided tours at The Model
Throughout the month of August, visit The Model for a guided tour of their exhibitions.
You can book a tour of Century, one of the largest exhibitions of work from The Niland Collection to date.
Or, why not immerse yourself in the world of contemporary art and join them on a tour of Stephen Brandes’ solo exhibition Schmerzbau:
It’s not all just misery. Admission is free but booking is essential up to 12 noon that day. To book please phone 071 9141405 or email info@themodel.ie.
Whiskey tasting at Thomas Connolly
On Thursday, August 25, there will be a Sligo Whiskey Society Fercullen Whiskey tasting master class at Thomas Connolly Bar.
John Cashman, Alan Malone and Adam Holt will take you through the history of the Powerscourt Distillery while sampling some outstanding whiskey.
Tickets are €25 for members and €30 for non-members.
Please note booking early is advised as places for this event are strictly limited and please drink responsibly.
Book on eventbrite.ie
A Night of Grief and Mystery
On Thursday, September 1, an improbable, impossible night of words and music will take place at the Avalon Centre.
A Night of Grief and Mystery combines stories and observations from Stephen Jenkinson drawn from his work in palliative care with original songs from Canadian recording artist Gregory Hoskins and band.
The two artists have been exploring the intersection of their work for seven years, across three continents, through three recordings and two short films and head out again in the Fall of 2022 bringing with them Adam Bowman on drums, Colleen Hodgson on bass/vocals, and Lisa Hodgson on keys/vocals. Starts at 7.30pm.
Book at eventbrite.ie
Michael Collins at the Omniplex
On Tuesday, September 6, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the death of Michael Collins, Fine Gael have teamed up with Omniplex to screen the Neil Jordan blockbuster Michael Collins at 7pm.
The first time since its release 26 years ago, the film will be screened nationwide.
This is a special screening and tickets will only be available through eventbrite.ie
Brick expo at Clayton Hotel
On Sunday, September 4, Shamrock Bricks are bringing their Brick Expo to the Clayton Hotel, Sligo. There will be lots of activities for everyone including amazing custom models and official sets on display, Lego play areas, face painting, speedbuild competitions, master builder competitions, Lego colouring area, scavenger hunts, as well as competitions, raffles, vendors and lots more fun activities.
There will be a sensory play area and safe zone making this a socially inclusive and fully accessible event. Ticket prices are €5 for adults,
€12 for children and family tickets are €30 (two adults, three children). Book on eventbrite.ie.
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